Jodie Lynn to returning vet: Take it slow getting to know children

11:49 PM,
Oct. 6, 2012

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Jodie Lynn

Question: I am just now getting back into the lives of my children after being away in the army for four years. One was 2 and the other had not been born. I feel as if I have missed so much and am lost as to where to start in building a solid father relationship. To say I am hesitant to do more than anything than play and have fun with them is quite an understatement. I know my wife has done it all by herself and is ready for me to step up to the plate. Any suggestions would be very much appreciated.

Answer: When I returned home from the service things didn't go as I had hoped for the very same reason. The kids didn't ...